3 bedroom detached house for sale
Key information
Property description & features
- Tenure: Freehold
- Two 20,000 sq ft purpose built poultry sheds.
- Environmental Agency permit for 67,000 pullets or 87,000 broilers.
- 3 bed farmhouse subject to an agricultural occupancy condition (AOC).
- Potential for development and alternative uses subject to planning.
- In all about 5.94 acres (2.4 hectares)
- Viewing Afternoon on the 18th of July from 2:30pm until 5pm. Please contact agent to book a slot.
- EPC Rating = D
Environmental Agency permit.
3 bed farmhouse subject to AOC
Development opportunity STP
Description
Location:
On the edge of the Blackmore Vale, Middle Farm is situated in a rural location between Sherborne and Sturminster Newton on the edge of the Blackmore Vale. Located south west of Stalbridge, the farm is well connected to the national road network. The farm takes direct access from Caundle Lane, linking to Sherbourne Road and the A357 and the A303 beyond, suitable for Arctic lorries and HGVs.
Description:
Middle Farm currently functions as a pullet rearing operation with a capacity for 67,000 birds. Split across 2 purpose built sheds the farm could be repurposed as a broiler facility or to an entirely different use (STP). The western shed was built from timber frame in the 1960s and the eastern barn in 2005 from tin panels and steel frame. Each shed is split into 3 sections, to ensure consistent bird numbers throughout. The poultry shed have an approximate gross external area (GEA) of 20,000 sq ft. Both buildings are fitted with automatic feeders, nipple drinkers and mechanical ventilation. Ventilation is provided by side mounted vents (inlets) that draw fresh air into the shed through mounted ridge fans (outlets). Heating is provided by a Twin Heat woodchip boiler, with additional gas and oil boilers in each shed. The sheds are serviced by four 18 tonne bulk feed bins. The property operates on mains electricity with automatic backup generators. Additionally there are solar panels installed on the shed roofs supplying to 25kw per day. In addition to the two sheds, there is an open plan pole barn, used as a vehicle and part store. Located at the entrance of the farm lies Middle Farm farmhouse. Built 7 years ago to accommodate site staff, the house has 3 bedroom, 2 bathrooms and 1 ensuite. The house is subject to an (AOC). Downstairs, there is an open plan kitchen diner, a main hall and attached reception room. Upstairs are three bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (1 ensuite). In total, Middle Farm extends to approximately 6 acres (2.4hectares).
Acreage: 5.94 Acres
Directions
Postcode
DT10 2LA
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Additional Info
General remarks and Stipulations
Method of Sale
The property is to be sold as a whole by private treaty.
Tenure and Possession
The freehold of the property is offered for sale with vacant possession.
Town and Country Planning
Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries in respect of any planning issues and development opportunities relating to the property directly to Dorset County Council.
Local Authority
Dorset County Council County Hall, Colliton Park, Dorchester, DT1 1XJ. [use Contact Agent Button]
Designations
The property is not subject to any land based designations.
Health and Safety
The farm is an operational poultry facility with strict healthy and safety rules and procedures. These rules must be adhered to at all times. Those failing to do so will be asked to leave the site immediately.
Services
The site has mains electricity including three phase, mains water and gas. Additionally there is a septic tank and woodchip boiler, all of which are included within the sale.
EPC
Middle Farm – D
Council Tax
Middle Farm – E
Renewables
Photovoltaic Panels, Twin Heat Woodchip boiler.
VAT
In addition to the purchase price, should any sale of the property become a chargeable supply for the purpose of Value Added Tax, such tax shall be payable by the Purchaser in addition to any monies paid during the course of the sale.
Fixtures and Fittings
Those items mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the freehold sale. All other fixtures and fittings are expressly excluded although some may be available by separate negotiation.
Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way
A footpath crosses the property as shown on the sale plan. The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights, including rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and electricity supplies and any other rights and obligations, easements and proposed wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains and water, gas and other pipes, whether referred to in the Conditions of Sale or not.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with Savills. Viewing days will be held at the property, please contact the agent for more details.
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